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Obituary

Our hearts were broken when Karen passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 17, 2023. She was a remarkable woman who knew no boundaries for her kindness, loyalty and love for her family and friends.

Karen was married to her childhood sweetheart Robert “Bob” Wasko for 52 years. They fell in love 58 years ago and will be soulmates forever. Cherished mother of Nicole and Kelly Wasko, she instilled in her daughters what every mother wants: …

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My sincere condolences on your loss, I know how hard this time of the year can be. Take comfort in the good memories yo…
My sincere condolences on your loss, I know how hard this time of the year can be. Take comfort in …
My sincere condolences on your loss, I know how hard this time o…
My condolences go out to Bob, Nicole and Kelly.
My condolences go out to Bob, Nicole and Kelly.
My condolences go out to Bob, Nicole and Kelly.

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What were Karen's favorite local spots?
Chester’s, Cafe Salsa, Blue Water, The Elm
Chester’s, Cafe Salsa, Blue Water, The Elm
Chester’s, Cafe Salsa, Blue Water, The Elm
What was Karen's favorite color?
Yellow, Red, Purple
Yellow, Red, Purple
Yellow, Red, Purple
What were Karen's favorite tv shows?
Law and Order SVU, Blue Bloods, Chicago PD, Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, The Resident
Law and Order SVU, Blue Bloods, Chicago PD, Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, The Resident
Law and Order SVU, Blue Bloods, Chicago PD, Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, The Resident
What were Karen's favorite books?
She was really enjoying Kristin Hannah books recently.
She was really enjoying Kristin Hannah books recently.
She was really enjoying Kristin Hannah books recently.

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Born

February 15th, 1949
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Passed away

March 17th, 2023
Summit, IL

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Cause of death

Car accident

Method of disposition

Cremation

Foran Funeral Home
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Foran Funeral Home

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